Learn the history of San Jose at cultural icons like the National Theatre

Overview

Experience the lively night time vibe of Costa Rica’s capital on a 4-hour tour of San Jose in the company of a local guide. End the night with a tasty dinner, and 3 glasses of wine! Discover the food markets and historic monuments of the city center.

What to Expect

Explore San Jose by night, and see its local markets and cultural icons, before ending with dinner and wine pairings - your evening sorted!

A local guide will get you up-close-and-personal with the nightlife of San Jose, starting at Central Market, site of the city’s best food scene. Stroll among the stalls to see what roots, herbs and fruit are common to the local cuisine. Locals say that you can get anything you need here, even love potions to attract a boyfriend or girlfriend.

Next, make your way down Avenida Central, taking a trip down memory lane and learning the city’s history, Visit one of the most architecturally beautiful buildings in the city; the National Theatre. Continue to Parque Morazan, named after the 19th-century general who attempted to unite the Central American nations under a single flag. Get a fantastic view of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, known locally as the “Yellow House” from Parque España.

Marvel at buildings that feel like you’ve gone back to the 1800s, including the National Distillery, Paseo de las Damas, Supreme Court of Elections, and National Park. End at an artisans market, before transferring to Guachipelin for dinner. See how the city has grown en route to a restaurant that specialises in Argentinian wine and gourmet food. The menu is Mediterranean, but the ingredients are Costa Rican. Wine pairings have been specifically selected for your meal.

After dinner, you are free to continue the evening in Guachipelin. Your guide will be happy to provide suggestions on where to go. Alternatively, they will help you get a taxi back to San Jose.